# Crystal Phone Critters Urban McHugly Carries Your iPhone in Buggy Beauty By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-07-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-mchugly-iphone References: [likecool](http://www.likecool.com/Urban_McHugly--Cellphone--Gear.html) & [urbantool](http://www.urbantool.com/nl/comingsoon/) Urban McHugly is an unusual critter crony for your [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonny-angel). The critter-like holder not only looks like a cute stuffed animal, but it also exudes style as it is covered in [Swarovski crystals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-collection). The miniature friend for your phone lets you know that your iPhone is ringing by lighting up its [LED Swarovski crystal eyes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-iphone-case). **Implications** - Cell-phones have become more than a communication tool in today's society. In fact, as smartphones take on more and more functions, they are increasingly becoming an extension of people's personalities and a core aspect of their daily lives. As this trend continues to become more common, products which enhance or facilitate that unique connection will become increasingly popular. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Personalized Phone Accessories:** The trend of smartphones becoming an extension of people's personalities presents an opportunity for personalized phone accessories. - **Luxury Tech Accessories:** The use of Swarovski crystals on phone accessories demonstrates the demand for luxury tech accessories. - **Interactive Phone Holders:** The inclusion of LED lights in phone holders shows a trend towards interactive and engaging phone accessories. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can tap into the demand for personalized phone accessories and luxury tech accessories. - **Fashion and Accessories:** The fashion and accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of smartphones becoming an extension of people's personalities by offering stylish and unique phone accessories. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore the market for interactive and decorative phone holders that enhance the aesthetic of living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smartphone Case Pin Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-smartphone-cases.md) - [Baby Collectible Tech Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonny-angel-1.md) - [Collectible Baby Smartphone Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonny-angel.md) - [Collectible Toy Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonny-angel-x-casetify.md) - [Hyper-Cushioned Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercushionedsmartphone-case.md) - [Interchangeable Phone Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charms-for-the-iphone.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Rhinestone Earphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glam-earpods-holder.md) - [Sophisticated Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-smartphone-case.md) - [Premium Crystal-Adorned Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-collection.md)